Located in Regent’s Park, London Zoo is a must-visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts. This article provides detailed information on how to reach London Zoo using various modes of transportation, including walking, bus, tube, car, and train.
Walking Routes to London Zoo
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Camden Town (16 mins / 0.8 miles walk from the Zoo)
Camden Town station (Northern Line) is the nearest Underground station to the Zoo, with a walking route that takes approximately 16 minutes. -
Chalk Farm (18 mins / 0.9 miles walk)
Chalk Farm (Northern Line) is an ideal alternative to Camden Town, offering a pleasant walking route through Primrose Hill’s pretty residential streets and beside Primrose Hill park. -
Baker Street (21 mins / 1.1 miles walk) / (14 mins via 274 bus)
Walking from Baker Street (Bakerloo, Circle, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City Lines) is via Regent’s Park, or take the 274 bus northbound, which leaves every 12 minutes. -
Regent’s Park (24 mins / 1.2 miles walk)
Regent’s Park station (Bakerloo Line) is an easy walk from the Zoo, with the whole route signposted and within leafy Regent’s Park.
Bus Routes to London Zoo
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88: Northbound, towards Kentish Town
Alight on Albany Street at Prince Albert Road, a few minutes’ walk from the Zoo. -
88: Southbound, towards Great Portland Street
Get off on Albany Street at Regent’s Park Barracks, a few minutes’ walk from the Zoo. -
274: Northbound and Southbound
Get off on Prince Albert Road at ZSL London Zoo, right next to the Zoo entrance.
Tube Routes to London Zoo
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Northern Line
Camden Town and Chalk Farm stations are on the Northern Line, both approximately 15-20 minutes’ walk from the Zoo. -
Bakerloo Line
Regent’s Park station is on the Bakerloo Line, approximately 24 minutes’ walk from the Zoo. -
Circle, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City Lines
Baker Street station, served by these lines, is approximately 21 minutes’ walk or a short bus ride away from the Zoo.
Train Routes to London Zoo
- London Overground
Regent’s Park and Camden Road stations are on the London Overground network, both within walking distance of the Zoo.
Driving and Parking at London Zoo
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By Car
London Zoo’s car park is on Outer Circle, Regent’s Park, with a Sat Nav postcode of NW1 4SX. There are also dedicated disabled parking spaces available. -
ULEZ
Be aware of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) operating 24/7 in London.
Useful Information
- Opening Hours: ZSL London Zoo is open every day of the year except Christmas Day, with the last admission one hour before advertised closing time.
- Tickets: Book tickets online or call 0844 225 1826 for entry prices.
- Accessibility: London Zoo is committed to accessibility, with wheelchair and pushchair access, accessible toilets, and Changing Places facilities.